
Shepherds and Butchers
A lawyer takes on a case of a prison guard in South Africa who is traumatized by the executions he's witnessed.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
106 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
A lawyer takes on a case of a prison guard in South Africa who is traumatized by the executions he's witnessed.
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Shepherds and Butchers is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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